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Nitecore NU25 vs Nitecore TINI3
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Nitecore TINI3 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 57% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore NU25 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore TINI3 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 50% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Nitecore NU25 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore TINI3 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore TINI3 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 57% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore NU25 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 135% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore NU25 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 33% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore TINI3 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 50% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore NU25 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 47% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore TINI3 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 89% gap from the closest alternative.
Specification Profile
Relative dimensions at a glance
Each axis is normalized against the largest raw value among the products in this comparison. Farther outward means a larger value, not necessarily a better result. Axes with an unverified value are omitted.
Price & carry
Retail price
US$37Cheapest
US$39.95Most expensive
Weight
47 g (1.66 oz)Heaviest
20 g (0.71 oz)Lightest
Length
60 mm (2.36 in)Longest
47.2 mm (1.86 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
400 lmLowest output
600 lmHighest output
Max candela
4351 cdHighest candela
2050 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
132 m (433 ft)Highest
90 m (295 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
2700 minShortest runtime
5100 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
Built-in 700mAh Li-ion battery
Built-in 330mAh Li-ion battery
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP66
IP54
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
2 m (7 ft)Highest
Material
PC (polycarbonate)
Aluminum alloy with HA III military grade hard-anodized finish
Use case profile
Best for
Ultralight thru-hikersBackpackersTrail runners
Everyday carry (EDC)Commuting and urban useEmergency and backup lighting
Common praise
Lightweight and comfortableMultiple color temperature optionsGood beam distance and brightness for size and weightReliable with USB-C recharge and battery indicatorVersatile output modes including red light and SOS
Compact and lightweight for easy everyday carrySelectable warm, neutral, and cool white color temperaturesBright output for a keychain light with 600 lumens maxLong runtime up to 85 hours at ultralow modeDurable construction with IP54 rating and impact resistanceConvenient USB-C charging with OLED display for realtime info
Common complaints
Multiple colors and modes can be confusing to operate
Limited water resistance (IP54) not suitable for full submersionOnly moderate beam distance for some tactical usesTight on runtime at highest brightness settingsNo removable battery; fixed internal battery limits long-term battery replacement
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